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Fresh from the vaults of innovation, the Forté has arrived. So what's the
chatter about? This review will get you close and cozy with Baratza's newest
grinder, where you'll find out if it's really hot stuff — or all hype.

Baratza has announced the release of their newest entry-level home coffee
grinder. The Baratza Encore (more on this in a bit)
has taken the Maestro Plus’s spot as the baddest entry-level home grinder on
the planet. This announcement is bittersweet for me, as this means saying
goodbye to the Maestro name. I (Matt) have been the proud owner of a Baratza
Maestro for almost two and a half years now. It has been the best coffee
investment I’ve made (or rather my wife made on my behalf when she gave it to
me as a Christmas present). It has been the perfect home coffee grinder for the
ridiculous variety of manual brewing devices I own. For someone who didn’t need
a grinder for espresso, the Maestro has been perfect.

Making an appearance at the SCAA's
National Event in Houston in a couple of weeks will be Compak's new line of
Fresh Grinders. This line, and specifically the K-10 Fresh, has piqued a lot of interest in the coffee world
over the past few months. We've gathered as much information as we can about
this grinder and wanted to update everyone as to what we've found out.

The Baratza Forté is the newest coffee and espresso grinder on the planet –
what in the world is it all about? We've pitted it against some classics and
peeked under the hood to help get the word out: this grinder's got
guts!

Over the past couple of years I've experimented with many different brewing
methods. The one brewing method that captivated me when introduced to it and
the one which I keep running back to when I want to be able to count on a good
cup of coffee is the Siphon. The Siphon is a
somewhat rare and slightly intimidating brewing device. As for rare, we've put
together a review on the siphon which should help you become more familiar with
this brewing device.

Fresh from the vaults of innovation, the Forté has arrived. So what's the
chatter about? This review will get you close and cozy with Baratza's newest
grinder, where you'll find out if it's really hot stuff — or all hype.

Coffee on ice continues to be a growing trend in the US, and naturally factions have grown around the various favored brewing methods. We now have cold brew in abundance, canned coffee beverages, and copious ways to chill the hot stuff too.
So, what's the consensus?

Pioneering a new front for specialty coffee, pour over brewing represents
the intersection of artistry and excellence. In this guide, we set out to
examine the available options and scrutinize them side by side.

Perfect your tamp with the PUSH adjustable tamper from Clockwork Espresso. With its depth indicator markings and included adjustment tool, this polished, puck-shaped tamper is designed to give you an even and level tamp every time. Plus, it’s available in a variety of colors! Want the full story? Watch along as Steve takes a look at this dapper tamper.

Go from grinding for espresso to grinding for auto drip in under a minute with Baratza’s Sette Coarse Burr for Sette 270 and Sette 270W grinders. Designed to excel in the medium-to-coarse range, the Sette Coarse Burr offers top-notch performance and better uniformity of grind, from drip to french press. Ready to see it in action? Watch along as Steve examines the Sette Coarse Burr and demonstrates the quick, simple burr swap.

The Baratza Sette 270 raises the bar for home grinders by bringing more to the table than ever before. It boasts nearly 300 grind settings, an innovative conical burr set, and a pass-through grinding system, to meet a range of brewing needs without the hassle of retained grounds. Discover the ins and outs the Sette 270, as Steve highlights the features that make it a game-changing grinder.

Add a touch of modern style to your kitchen with Yield Design’s newest line of sleek, contemporary french press coffee brewers. Seamlessly combining art and function, these brewers bring the best to your counter-top and your cup. Available in both glass and ceramic, these devices provide great temperature retention while being totally free of rubber and plastic. Ready to get a glimpse of the Yield press in action? Watch along as Ryan puts the spotlight on these stylish brewers.

Orphan Espresso’s LIDO-E hand grinder goes toe to toe with electric home grinders, without missing a beat. With its 48mm steel burrs and stepless grind adjustment, you can quickly reach a large dose for Chemex or grind with careful precision for full bodied espresso. Like its fellow Orphan Espresso hand grinders, the LIDO-E is built with thorough quality and designed for optimal performance. Ready to see it in action? Watch along as Ryan shares on this full-range hand grinder.